Six Awesome April Group Events in Redding

By Tim Bauer | 4/2/2024

Flowers are blossoming, trees are sprouting, and outdoor events are in full bloom here in Redding, California. Say hello to spring as we head outside and fully embrace the sunny weather with these six group events.

It’s finally time to welcome back one of the biggest events here in Redding, California: Kool April Nites! Hundreds of classic cars and trucks from all over the region will descend upon the “Koolest” city in California for ten days of pure, vintage automobile nostalgia. Since its debut show in 1990, this family friendly event brings in a deluge of classic vehicles and over 15,000+ participants and spectators from all over the country. Come and take a trip down memory lane as you navigate through 25+ show and shines at this ten-day event. Grab a lawn chair and watch as hundreds of these amazing vehicles rev their engines and parade down closed off city streets in “The Cruise” on April 26^th. Reminisce about when these vehicles ruled the roads and make new memories with the younger generations. It’s truly one of the largest classic car events in California and a great time for your entire group!

Choose Redding is proud to be a main sponsor of Kool April Nites.

For more info visit: Koolaprilnites.com

This April, mountain bikers from all over the West Coast will be descending on our town to see who is the fastest, downhill racer at the Lemurian Classic. New this year to the event is the cross-country course, which features 30 miles of pure ecstasy as well as extreme agony. You’re going to sweat, your legs will burn, and you’ll be smiling the whole time on this beast of an endurance course. Founded in 1987, the Lemurian Classic is a true Redding original. Taking place in the Swasey Recreation area, this race is filled with grueling elevation climbs, rugged downhill dives, and tons of natural obstacles. This is an excellent opportunity to test your limits against your fellow athletes and see if you have what it takes to rule the mountain. The Lemurian classic is also one of the largest fundraising events for Redding mountain bikers and all of the proceeds go to Redding Trail Alliance to help further their mission to keep adding miles and miles of riding trails to the city of Redding.

Choose Redding is proud to be a main sponsor of the Lemurian Classic.

For more info visit: Lemurian Classic Mountain Bike Race

When the sun goes down, Glowing Wild lights up at Turtle Bay Exploration Park. Immerse yourself in a symphony of lights and sounds as you explore ten acres of illuminated wildlife exhibits that feature plants and animals from all over the world! Modeled after Asian lanterns, these larger-than-life displays are a sight you must see to believe. From animals to insects and flowers to dragons, as well as a few surprises in between, this world comes alive when the sun goes down! There are also entertaining extras like bubble zones, glowing swings, and lantern lounges you can reserve just for your party. All these amazing exhibits are situated against the stunning backdrop of Turtle Bay's well-curated botanical gardens. Come and bring your group and be one of the first in Redding to experience this brand-new event!

Choose Redding is proud to be a main sponsor of Glowing Wild at Turtle Bay Exploration Park.

For more info visit: Glowing Wild - Turtle Bay Exploration Park

John Crist is a viral comedian known for his wild and hilarious point of view on everyday  experiences. Boasting over one billion video views and over five million fans on social media, John Crist is one of today’s fastest-rising stand-up comedians due to his infectiously funny trending videos such as “Honest Football Coach,” “Every Parent at Disney,” and “Brands that need to be CANCELLED”. Crist says he gets all the inspiration he needs from his childhood, “I grew up in the deep south, my dad is a pastor, and I was the third of eight homeschooled children. My first job was at Chick-fil-A. Coming from a background like that, how do you NOT write jokes?!” With almost 200,000 tickets sold across the nation, now is your time to see him live and in person at the Redding Civic Center.

For more info visit: John Crist – Emotional Support Tour – Live at the Redding Civic Auditorium

Nature is calling and on April 20^th, you’ll have the option to choose between a free park entrance to the Lassen Volcanic National Park or Whiskeytown National Recreation Area! Both are conveniently located less than an hour from Redding and each park offers a unique selection of things to do. If you’re into challenging mountain hikes, bubbling sulfur pits, and volcanoes then head east to Lassen Volcanic National Park. If sandy beaches, ranger led kayak tours, and short hikes to waterfalls is more your style, then head west to Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. Whatever you choose, you’re sure to have a great time exploring nature and with the free park entrance included, it’s just one more reason to go have an outdoor April adventure.

For more info visit: National Park Service Announces Entrance Fee-Free Days for 2024

If you love to hunt, fish, or just being out in the wild any chance you can get, come to the Redding Sportsman Expo being held on April 6^th and 7^th at the Redding Civic Center. Over one hundred vendors will be there showing off the latest in outdoor apparel as well as equipment for hunting, fly-fishing, boating, hiking, camping, kayaking, and mountain biking. Everything you could possibly need to gear up for the outdoors will be under one roof and with plenty of experts to make sure your outdoor game is on point. There will also be fun activities for every age group such as a rock-climbing wall, zip lines, sky jumpers, an archery range, and a human hamster ball course! Various hunting and fishing movies will be played throughout the event as well as delicious food and drinks will be available from local vendors and the beer garden.

For more info visit: Redding Sportsman Expo - Redding Civic Auditorium

Bigfoot Adventure Challenge
Details: Welcome to the Bigfoot Adventure Challenge, where you can experience the wild part of Northern California by exploring it on your bike or your feet. Discover some of the most exciting and challenging routes Bigfoot Country offers on your mountain bike, gravel bike, trail running shoes, or for juniors, any way you want. The Bigfoot Adventure Challenge starts on April 1 and ends on May 31.  
Admission: Free
Dates: April 1, 2024 – May 31, 2024
https://bigfootadventurechallenge.com/

Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery
Details: Sherlock Holmes is on the case. The male heirs of the Baskerville line are being dispatched one by one. To find their ingenious killer, Holmes and Watson must brave the desolate moors before a family curse dooms its newest heir. Join the fun and see how far from elementary the truth can be.
Admission: $30
Dates: April 5 - Friday 7:30 pm, April 6 - Saturday 7:30 pm, April 7 - Sunday 2:00 pm, April 11 - Thursday 7:30 pm, April 12 - Friday 7:30 pm, April 13 - Saturday 7:30 pm, April 14 - Sunday 2:00 pm, April 18 - Thursday 7:30 pm, April 19 - Friday 7:30 pm, April 20 - Saturday 7:30 pm
https://www.axreptheatre.com/

1^st Annual Shasta Celtic Arts & Crafts Fair
Details: Shasta Celtic Arts & Crafts Fair’s vision is to create an event that brings together artisans and enthusiasts from all over the North State to enjoy hand crafted work, crafts, art and music.
Admission: Free
Times: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm April 06, 2024
https://shastacelticartsandcraftsfair.godaddysites.com/

Poppy Festival
Details: Come see the Poppy Festival at Shasta State Historic Park! Celebrate the California Poppies in bloom and enjoy a variety of fun activities for the whole family including blacksmith demonstrations, poppy flower photo station, button making, cedar round branding, and corn husk doll making.
Admission: Free
Times: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, April 06, 2024
https://www.facebook.com/events/918265279945730

Fly Fusion Trout Tour
Details: We are excited to announce the Fly Fusion Trout Tour! This is a great film tour focused on trout fishing and we are excited to help bring it to Redding on April 19, 2024. Tickets are currently on sale and we are hoping for a packed house at the Cascade Theatre. This film tour isn't about far away destinations for fish species that only a select will ever get to chase. It's about what we all love, TROUT!
Admission: $20
Times: 7:00pm, April 19, 2024
https://www.flyfusionmag.com/trouttour-reddingca/

Roses and Rust Vintage Market
Details: Rose & Rust Vintage Market is a bi-annual event featuring 100+ vendors from all over the West coast. With a wide variety of design styles beautifully curated, it is consistently voted a Top Vintage Market.
Admission: $5.00 - $15.50
Times: Fri: 3 pm - 8 pm, Sat: 9 am - 4 pm
Starts: April 19 - April 20, 2024.
https://www.rosesandrustvintagemarket.com/

Malicious Monster Truck Insanity Tour
Details: Featuring: Rock Star, California Kid, Identity Theft, Spitfire, Weekend Warrior, Titan, 3 Ride Trucks, and Jet Car. Grandstands open at 3 pm. Ride Trucks start at 3:30 pm. Show Starts 7 pm.
Admission: $20
Times: 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Starts April 26 - April 27
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/malicious-monster-truck-insanity-tour-friday-42624-tickets-855464927627